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verb

past tense of maximize

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of maximized
Adjective
Aristotle, in his influential account, used a term, aretê, expressing the notion of maximized potential. — Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 22 May 2026 The film’s global distribution strategy, backed by Jio Studios, maximized screen presence across traditional and emerging markets, capitalizing on peak demand windows. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Apr. 2026 House of Leon’s take on a classic chaise lounger is rooted in a solid teak frame and triple the cushion support for maximized comfort. — Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026 On this site, San Diego Educators Association President Kyle Weinberg also stated preferences for maximized number of units, as well as multi-bedroom apartments for families to address declining enrollment. — Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
Those views have been maximized throughout the home, thanks to walls of glass that surround just about every space, including the corner living room. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2026 At Sala Rattanakosin, the striking views of Wat Arun across the Chao Phraya are maximized at every turn, from the open walls of the lobby restaurant to the all-glass bathrooms. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026 Then Achane sustained a rib injury in the Jets game and Wright maximized his opportunity, gaining a career-high 107 rushing yards and scoring one rushing touchdown on 24 carries in a 34-10 win over the New York Jets. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026 After many picked the Rays to finish last in the AL East, Cash maximized the talent on his team and found ways to win, even with some clear roster deficiencies. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 2 Oct. 2026 Considering how the Heat have maximized heart and hustle, mixing in significant development, keeping Pelle from free agency appears prudent. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026 For Karma, that means examining how efficiently a floor plan uses space, whether natural light is maximized, whether amenities support real routines and whether a development remains connected to the wider community as an area grows. — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026 Productivity began to be measured not only in profits maximized, but also in meetings shortened, messages answered, and bottlenecks removed. — Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2026 By keeping vents free of obstructions and furniture, airflow is maximized, which increases a home’s cooling. — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximized
Adjective
  • The Category 2 storm had maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (165 kph) and was moving northwest at 8 mph (13 kph).
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Mallard pleaded guilty to making false claims regarding IRS refunds, an offense that carries a maximum term of five years in prison.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • She's increased the amount of people in the league office which has helped the overall growth of the WNBA.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Containment on the Bryson fire, which has scorched 147 acres near Encinal Canyon Road since igniting on Thursday, increased to 52% Saturday morning.
    — Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • And anybody who tries to stop tech acceleration toward this maximal AI eat-the-world universe is threatening the continuation of humanity.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Not a maximal one, but if being a true pop singer means singing lead on some of the most magical recordings of the 20th century, Love did that.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 19 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Swedish defense giant Saab reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings and revenue on Friday, as new orders more than tripled from a year earlier, boosted by a deal to supply Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine.
    — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Behind-the-scenes engineering modifications over the last year have boosted not only the attraction’s reliability, but allowed its capacity to increase by about 125 people per hour.
    — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • That opened the door for Simmons to dial up a max-protect play-action pass.
    — Alejandro Hernandez, Miami Herald, 27 Sep. 2026
  • With Williams and Kayla McBride on regular-max contracts and Napheesa Collier signing for a super-max, Minnesota had to be more judicious with its other signings but didn’t compromise on quality.
    — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Verb
  • The dining room is enhanced with wainscoting, a chair rail and large windows set off by impressive crown moldings.
    — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Food is one of the true pleasures of life, and often part of our enjoyment comes from flavors enhanced by salt.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • This seems like a perfectly reasonable debate/dialogue/deliberation to have without everybody--well, most bodies--running for the exits.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Unlike most New York governors, Hochul is not from New York City or its suburbs, but hails from the Buffalo area -- a more than six-hour drive away.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • His income will be augmented by a deal to help control Haiti’s porous border with the Dominican Republic for the next 10 years in return for 10% of any new customs revenue collected.
    — Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026
  • There is a naturalistic aesthetic to the film, augmented by the locations, the costumes and the hair and makeup design.
    — Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026

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“Maximized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximized. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026.

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